Beautiful chateau

Known as the Chateau des Dames, the chateau sits on a bridge over the river Cher. The Chateau is a testament to the different owners over the centuries with different rooms reflecting the different owners. The gardens are lovely to walk around.

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Chateau de Chenonceau Spoilt by crowds

scotty19578 contributionsAustraliaMay 6, 2013

The chateau itself is very well worth the trouble. A fantastic setting with many different areas of interest. The chateau has the more regal "upstairs" area with its grand rooms and also the kitchens. An interesting history as the Ladies' chateau. Played an important role in WWII as the chateau sat right on the border between occupied France and "Free France". Unfortunately, the experience was ruined by the number of visitors. The management had allowed in so many people that it was standing room only. Pick the time you visit, possibly at lunchtime.

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Mistress vs widow residence

mommajoyheido4 contributionsOklahoma City, United StatesAug 9, 2012

King Henry II donated this chateaux to his favorite lady Diane de Potiers who built the famous bridge on the River Cher.
Catherine de Medici removed Diane when King Henry died. Built her own competing gardens and made this the IN place to be.

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